1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 906 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Shuttle | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2423 mm |
